"On December 1st 2025, Republican Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio introduced the "Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025" to the US Senate. The proposed bill, if it ever became law, would effectively force Americans to choose between their American passport and any foreign citizenship. Understandably it sparked shockwaves among US passport holders living in Europe and around the world. While many have dismissed the bill as fanciful, publicity-seeking and against the constitution—pointing out it could never pass given how many people it would impact, including First Lady Melania Trump who is a dual Slovenian-American national—it has nonetheless raised big questions about the value of an American passport to those living abroad."
"Almost half ready to relinquish passport. The survey revealed that almost half of respondents (72 out of 146) would give up their US citizenship if forced to choose. However, most expressed sadness at the decision. The reasons given ranged from political and social alienation from the US to a preference for European lifestyle and infrastructure."
""I don't want to live there again, the financial reporting burdens are stupid, a German passport is stronger, and I just don't want to be 'American' anymore," said Dr. Sara Anthony, 36, from Oregon, who lives in Münster, Germany."
A proposed "Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025" would require Americans to choose between a US passport and any foreign citizenship. The proposal prompted strong reactions among US passport holders living in Europe, raising questions about the practical and symbolic value of American citizenship overseas. A survey found that 72 of 146 respondents would give up US citizenship if forced, often with sadness. Respondents cited political and social alienation, burdensome financial reporting, safety concerns, and a preference for European infrastructure and lifestyle. Several cited loss of American identity and stronger legal or practical benefits from European nationality.
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